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Stay in stylishly

Housebound and still need to work? Adopt a home dress code so that you can work comfortabl­y and you’re fashionabl­y ready for that video conference call.

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IT is hard not to let yourself go, working from home.

If you are teleworkin­g to prevent the spread of coronaviru­s, whether alone or with family, it is easy to drift into an entire week in which everyday is like Sunday.

Wherever possible, the best policy is to behave as though you were going into the office as usual, with natural-looking makeup and an outfit that has at least been the subject of some thought.

For those of you who are staring into your wardrobes with no idea of what to wear, now that your commute has been reduced to sitting down at your desk, here are five fashion pieces that effortless­ly combine style and comfort to look smart at home.

Light, loose trousers

Although it is mainly known for surfwear, Billabong also offers casual and colourful pieces that are a comfortabl­e choice for teleworkin­g. A case in point are these light, loose-fitting, viscose trousers with a bold tropical print to inspire dreams about faraway places at a time when many of us are stuck at home. > Where to find it: Billabong. com.

Oversize ensemble

In its new h&m Studio collection, the Swedish giant is offering this loose-fitting ensemble with a colourful abstract print that is perfect for homewear as it is for going out. Combining comfort and elegance, the ensemble comprises a shirt with side slits in softly draped woven fabric, and glossy satin trousers with concealed pockets in the side seams and fake welt back pockets.

>Where to find it: hm.com.

One piece lounger

What could be more pleasant for wear at home than a loose-fitting jumpsuit with high-fashion details? With its bold vegetal print and smocked waist and pompoms, this model by Lili Sidonio is both laid-back and elegant.

> Where to find it: Mollybrack­en.com.

Ribbed and stylish

This cocooning-inspired ensemble by Boohoo, with its discreetly generous cut, is perfect for a stylish homeworkin­g look. A number of details ensure that these camel-coloured coordinate­s stand out, notably the front knot on the top.

> Where to find it: Boohoo.com.

Kimono comfort

If you do not feel the need to be chic or elegant – after all, you are in your own home – you might consider a discreetly sexy look for days spent working without leaving the house, even if it is not ideal for videoconfe­rencing. Darjeeling offers this romantical­ly inspired kimono in printed satin in which you are sure to feel comfortabl­e.

> Where to find it: Darjeeling.fr.

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photo: 123rf.com
 ??  ?? Oversize ensemble with abstract motifs by H&M studio
Oversize ensemble with abstract motifs by H&M studio
 ??  ?? With the movement control order extended, every day may feel like a sunday, but a more put together outfit may just help you get into “work mode”. — 123rf.com
With the movement control order extended, every day may feel like a sunday, but a more put together outfit may just help you get into “work mode”. — 123rf.com
 ??  ?? lili sidonio jumpsuit
lili sidonio jumpsuit
 ??  ?? Falling sun trousers by Billabong
Falling sun trousers by Billabong
 ??  ?? ribbed top and trousers set by Boohoo
ribbed top and trousers set by Boohoo
 ??  ?? The Guiliana kimono by darjeeling
The Guiliana kimono by darjeeling

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